The very first symptoms that are seen in case of herpeticum eczema are mainly seen after 5-12 days of infection. It is important to seek medical attention immediately or else the results might be dangerous and it may lead to fatal health condition. It is important that the patient of herpeticum eczema get immediate medical treatment at the very early stage to avoid further complications.

As soon as this health condition is suspected the dermatologist starts the treatment with antiviral medicines. Certain pain relief medications and antiviral medicines may also provide relief as the starting treatment. Along with these things, tests are done to diagnose herpeticum eczema. When the tests are positive, aggressive treatment including application of topical ointments and antiviral therapies are used. Acyclovir and Valaciclovir are the two most popular antiviral treatment options available. Anti-staphylococcal drugs are normally effective in treatment of an acute aureus infection. In certain cases where the infection is chronic, the doctors also prescribe antibiotics.

But even after the treatment with antiviral therapies and having both oral and topical medicines, the skin remains sensitive enough and needs special care to prevent any sort of future complications.